The new 51 series of LCD panels from Samsung’s state-of-the-art Gen 7 plant represent an exciting synthesis of design and technology. The thin bezel, hidden speaker cabinet design ensures clean lines as well as a sleek, contemporary look. For gaming enthusiasts, Samsung worked closely with Microsoft engineers to create a special Game Mode that optimizes image quality, sound and response time for realistic video game play. An RS232 port allows users to navigate the player’s content on-screen with the LCD remote by connecting the device to the TV via RS232 cables. 51 Series HDTVs feature a 170 degree viewing angle and a 4000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for a true cinematic HDTV picture. Two HDMI connections make it easy to connect the entire range of digital peripheral devices and the unique ?swivel? stand lets users adjust the viewing angle to suit their needs. An integrated ATSC Tuner allows for off air reception of HDTV broadcasts (requires optional HDTV antenna).

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Tech Reviews:

CNET reviews the Samsung LNS3251D and writes, “To our eyes the Samsung LN-S3251D is one of the best-looking LCDs available. Its round-edged, glossy black case takes a distinctive wide V shape along the bottom, which opens up to reveal a subtle blue swatch of color across its width.” … “All told, the Samsung LN-S3251D delivered very good picture quality, especially for a smaller LCD, and its superb design, solid feature set, and complete connectivity also sweeten the deal.”

PC World reviews the Samsung LNS3251D and writes, “The Samsung LN-S3251D is slightly more expensive than the company’s LN-328W, but the premium gets you better image quality, a second HDMI port, and some adjustability. It’d be even more appealing with a CableCard slot, though.”

Home Theater Mag reviews the Samsung LNS3251D and writes, “While Samsung’s LN-S3251D isn’t perfect, its performance bests that of most of the LCDs that passed through these doors last year—and costs almost half as much. Samsung isn’t the only one lowering their prices, though. The other big names in the biz have also introduced competitively priced models. Whether these models can also compete in performance remains to be seen; with a few simple picture adjustments, the LN-S3251D renders an HD image that’s tough to beat.”